Definitions for steep

Definitions for (noun) steep

Main entry: steep

Definition: a steep place (as on a hill)


Definitions for (verb) steep

Main entry: steep, infuse

Definition: let sit in a liquid to extract a flavor or to cleanse

Usage: steep the blossoms in oil; steep the fruit in alcohol


Main entry: engross, engulf, absorb, immerse, plunge, steep, soak up

Definition: devote (oneself) fully to

Usage: He immersed himself into his studies


Definitions for (adj) steep

Main entry: steep

Definition: having a sharp inclination

Usage: the steep attic stairs; steep cliffs


Main entry: steep

Definition: of a slope; set at a high angle

Usage: note the steep incline; a steep roof sheds snow


Main entry: usurious, exorbitant, extortionate, unconscionable, steep, outrageous

Definition: greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation

Usage: exorbitant rent; extortionate prices; spends an outrageous amount on entertainment; usurious interest rate; unconscionable spending


Visual thesaurus for steep